Bruce Bedford

Obituary

Mr. Bruce Henry Bedford
October 1, 1949 – May 7, 2019

It is with great sadness that the family of Bruce Bedford announces his passing on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at the age of 69 years. Bruce was born in Montreal, Quebec to Bernice and William Bedford. He met Maureen Kelly, and they were married on Dec 9, 1972 in Montreal. In 1976 they moved to Edmonton, and in 1980 Bruce started his career in broadcasting at Sunwapta, CFRN 1260 and later, 100.3 the BEAR. In 2007, Bruce retired and they moved to Comox Valley. Bruce is predeceased by his parents Bernice (Née Granger) and William Russell Bedford; brothers William Jr. (Billy) and Richard Brian; and nephew/God son: Richard Jr. Bruce will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Maureen Bedford; children: Kelly Bedford, Stacey Bedford, Kevin Bedford (Jennifer), and Jerrod Bedford (Megan); grandchildren: Makena, Briana, Gabriel, and Liam; sisters: Gail Redmond and Sheri Martucci; as well as many loved nieces, nephews and dear friends in Comox Valley. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Bruce’s name may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society (1599 Tunner Dr, Courtenay, BC V9N 8N3) and Christ the King Church in Courtenay. Vigil of Prayers to be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at 7:00 pm and Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at 11:00 am, both from Christ the King Catholic Church (1599 Tunner Dr. Courtenay, BC).

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